cows
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.more than one cow; large animals kept on farms for milk or beef.
n.the plural form of cow, referring to mature female bovines or cattle in general.
Simple“The cows were grazing peacefully in the green field behind the barn.”
In context“The farmer moved the cows to the upper pasture to ensure they had access to fresh grass throughout the dry summer months.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
v.to frighten or threaten someone so they do what you want.
v.to intimidate or overawe someone, typically through a show of force or authority. Transitive in use.
Simple“He often cows his younger brothers into doing his chores for him.”
In context“The dictator cows the local population into submission through a combination of economic pressure and the constant threat of military intervention.”
UsageThis is the third-person singular form of the verb 'to cow'.
SynonymsAntonymsencouragesemboldens